Christopher Kennedy
About Christopher Kennedy
Christopher Kennedy is a seasoned Sr MSc Power Systems IBM I Engineer with extensive experience in IBM I platform performance and security. He has held various engineering and management roles across multiple organizations, focusing on performance tuning and third-party products.
Work at Converge Technology Solutions Corp
Christopher Kennedy has been employed at Converge Technology Solutions Corp. as a Senior MSC Power Systems IBM I Engineer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on optimizing IBM I systems and enhancing performance. His responsibilities include performance tuning and ensuring system security, particularly in environments that handle PCI and PII data.
Previous Experience in Power Systems Engineering
Before joining Converge, Christopher Kennedy worked at Software Information Systems as a Senior MSC Power Systems IBM I Engineer from 2018. He also served as a Power Systems Architect/Engineer at Nelnet from 2011 to 2018. His earlier roles include positions at West Marine, Granite Construction, and Copart, where he held various responsibilities related to IT operations and system administration.
Education and Expertise in Natural Resources Management
Christopher Kennedy studied at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management with a focus on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from 1987 to 1993. This educational background complements his extensive technical expertise in IBM I systems and third-party products.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Kennedy has extensive experience with IBM I third-party products, including HelpSystems Robot, MIMIX, Enforcive, NETIQ, MPG, JDA, JDE, ALDON, and RDI. He specializes in performance tuning using tools such as iDoctor and Performance Navigator. Additionally, he has developed skills in IBM External Storage and Virtual Tape Libraries (VTLs).
Background in IT Operations and Administration
Christopher Kennedy has a diverse background in IT operations and administration. He held positions as a Senior Manager of IT Operations and Administration at West Marine and as an AS/400 Administrator at Cal Poly Corporation. His roles have consistently involved system administration and performance optimization across various organizations.